Tributes paid to late Derry businessman Brendan Duddy

Kevin Mullan

Tributes have been paid to the late Derry businessman Brendan Duddy who has died after a period of illness.

Sinn Féin MEP Martina Anderson tweeted: "Derry businessman Brendan Duddy, has died aged 82. He played his part and will be fondly remembered - deepest sympathy to family & friends RIP."

Ulster Unionist Party member Danny Kennedy tweeted: "Sorry to learn of the death of Brendan Duddy. I served with him on the Northern Ireland Policing Board for a brief period. He was a fine and honourable man."